Email from Arlington Chamber of Commerce   THIS WEEK AT YOUR CHAMBER OCTOBER 28 - NOVEMBER 1 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29 Adapting to the New Normal 8:00 - 10:30 a.m. Monday Properties WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30 Community Action Committee 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Virtual WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30 Small Business Roundtable 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Virtual   VIEW EVENTS CALENDAR     Grand Sponsor ADAPTING TO THE NEW NORMAL Tuesday, October 29 | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Monday Properties Arlington County is grappling with unprecedented commercial office vacancies, requiring innovative and forward-thinking solutions to navigate this shifting economic landscape. Adapting to the New Normal is designed to explore how Arlington can adapt to these new challenges and examine the policy choices that will strengthen the commercial real estate sector and therefore the overall community. The event will feature an overview presentation by Ryan Touhill, Director of Arlington Economic Development, followed by a dynamic panel discussion featuring Kate Ange, Deputy Director of Arlington Economic Development; Bob Bushkoff, Vice President of Dittmar Company; Kevin Yam, Vice Chair of Arlington County Economic Development Commission. The panel will be moderated by Andrew Painter of Walsh, Colucci, Lubeley & Walsh, P.C. Advance registration closes at noon on Monday, October 28. Walk-ins are based on availability and subject to a higher rate. REGISTER   Grand Sponsor Premier Sponsor SMALL BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE: ADDRESSING SUBSTANCE ABUSE IN THE WORKPLACE Wednesday, October 30 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | Virtual Join National Capital Treatment and Recovery's Chief Clinical Officer Pattie Schneeman as she addresses substance abuse in the workplace. The fact is that overdose rates (fatal and nonfatal) have increased 52% since 2019. It’s overwhelming and it affects not only the individual but families, co-workers, friends, and neighbors. And specifically, the physical, emotional, social, mental, and spiritual aspects of a person’s life. Pattie will educate and empower employees and employers with the questions and answers that help navigate this topic at their place of business. Whether you're a business owner, manager, HR professional, or staff, the topic is relevant. REGISTER     GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE: COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE ASSESSMENTS Wednesday, November 6 | 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. | Virtual The Government Affairs and Economic Development Committee will be discussing commercial real estate assessments. First, we welcome Derek Dubbé, Director of Real Estate Assessments for Arlington County. Derek will discuss trends in commercial real estate assessments and its financial effect on Arlington and take member questions. Then, the meeting will welcome Greg Hoffman of Rooney Properties, a member of Arlington County’s Board of Equalization for Real Estate Assessments. Greg will provide an overview of the Board of Equalization’s duties and its role in the real estate assessment process. He will also take questions from members. All Chamber members are welcome to attend. To receive the link for this meeting, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at [email protected].       Grand Sponsor Premier Sponsor CHAMBER 101 Thursday, November 7 | 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. | Chamber Boardroom A free networking seminar for new, existing, and prospective members, Chamber 101 is your opportunity to learn how to maximize your Chamber membership. Learn about the Chamber and the many ways you can get involved through events, networking, sponsorship opportunities, and joining committees. Take advantage of the opportunity to meet our staff, future clients and associates, and expand your membership potential at Chamber 101! REGISTER     Grand Sponsor COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS IN YOUR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION: HOW TO NAVIGATE CHALLENGING ISSUES Tuesday, November 19 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Virginia Tech Executive Briefing Center - Arlington Join the Community Action Committee for an insightful panel on communicating within your nonprofit organization. Panelists will draw from their broad professional experience to share communication strategies on how to address difficult topics. Learn how to effectively speak with colleagues, volunteers, leadership and executive board members. This panel will be moderated by Patrick Phillipi, Senior Manager, Community Engagement at Amazon, and feature Paul Bernard, President & CEO of AHC; Minal Bopaiah, founder of Brevity & Wit; and Marla Markoff, Manager HR Services of Insperity. REGISTER       ANNUAL CORPORATE SPONSORS     Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email Having trouble viewing this email? View as Webpage Arlington Chamber of Commerce | 2009 14th Street, North Suite 100 | Arlington, VA 22201 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice